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The Snuggie is not a new idea or a phenomenon. It’s the wardrobe of three famous Chipmunks.

Pantone released the color of the year for 2010 today and I think it’s a grand slam. TURQUOISE! Turquoise is fun, vibrant, and really reflects the trend towards the 80’s. www.pantone.com
I considered featuring some turquoise furniture pieces and accents but then I stumbled upon a fabulously chic blog called House of Turquoise that goes above [...]

Now that I’m back from my mini break, I can share my newest DIY discovery: homasote wall panels.
At work, we discussed hanging an art show using the versatile and green building material.  You can find homasote in any Home Depot and it’s typically used for insulation.  However, today I stumbled upon an amazing blog that [...]

With the Phillies in the World Series for the second year in a row, there is no better time to show your support and love for the team than now! We are headed back to the fall classic, and this time, game 4 falls on Halloween night.
So, who better to dress as in Philadelphia then [...]

If I could have any bed in the world, it would be the Alpine Series Bed by Modernica. The Eames inspired bentwood walnut, the tilted headboard for comfort, and the low profile are all to much to resist. But, at $2895 a pop, this bed will have to remain a dream.
If anyone does end up [...]

When the September issue of Elle Decor landed in my mailbox, I couldn’t help but get giddy with excitement.  It’s my style Bible.  I must admit, however, that it breaks my heart a bit each time I read an issue and Philadelphia has been stiffed again.
Granted, we’re not as design-forward as NYC or L.A., but [...]

With the recent release of the design for the new home of the Barnes Foundation, the city of Philadelphia is aflutter with opinions and thoughts - just look at all the tweets on the subject: Barnes a Twitter
According to Inga Saffron, the architecture critic for the Philadelphia Inquirer, in her article, Tallying up the worth [...]

A Recent Bedroom Project - Center City Residence

I am now working as a freelance interior designer in Philadelphia. After receiving a Bachelors of Arts degree from Tulane University, I attended Parsons School of Design where I studied Interior Design. Once completing my two year AAS program, I worked for two years at Sean Johnson Interior Decoration, a [...]

Going to Tulane University, meeting my fiance at school, and getting married in the St. Louis Cathedral next September have all brought the city of New Orleans close to my heart.  That’s why learning of a “floating home” made me want to jump when I read Inhabitat this afternoon.
Brad Pitt’s Make it Right Foundation is [...]

With the weather cooling down and the winter chill on the way in, its important to figure out how we are going to stay warm.
Personally, I have two lists. First, there is the item I must purchase this winter: the Max Space Heater I reviewed last November.
Then, there is my wish list. On the tip-top [...]